AI engineers build, deploy, and improve software systems that use artificial intelligence. Their work can include developing machine learning models, integrating generative AI, and creating reliable services that turn data into useful products. Explore vetted AI Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where jobs listed pay $100,000 or more.
AI engineers translate business and product needs into AI-powered applications. Depending on the role, they may prepare data, evaluate models, build application programming interfaces, integrate models into production systems, and monitor performance. Many collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, product teams, and domain experts.
Employers often seek experience with Python and other programming languages, machine learning frameworks, data pipelines, cloud platforms, model deployment, and software engineering fundamentals. Some positions emphasize large language models, natural language processing, computer vision, model evaluation, or responsible AI practices. Requirements vary by employer and level.
AI engineers work across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and other industries. Job titles and responsibilities differ: openings may focus on machine learning engineering, generative AI, applied AI, or production infrastructure. Review each listing for the required experience, technical focus, location, and compensation details.
Use Ladders to explore vetted AI Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities, identify roles aligned with your skills, and check listings regularly as new openings become available.
Principal Engineer I - Data Engg & AI
$130K - $155K *
Join us to lead the design and optimization of scalable data pipelines, ensuring high-quality data solutions that drive enterprise analytics and business insights through collaboration and best engine...
Reposted 4 days ago
Applied AI Engineer / Forward Deployed Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as you design and deploy AI solutions that enhance business efficiency and performance. Lead technical initiatives, integrate enterprise systems, and drive innovation in a collabor...
Today
$120K - $125K *
Innovate with us to drive AI solutions in Azure Supply Chain. Collaborate across teams to translate business needs into high-quality software, managing the entire product lifecycle from requirements g...
4 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on detecting synthetic media and digital fraud. Collaborate on innovative research and translate findings into production software to enhance digital...
5 days ago
$135K - $190K *
Lead the charge in establishing robust AI governance frameworks, ensuring responsible AI practices across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance visibility, accountability...
Today
Enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) Senior Tech Specialist
$149K - $259K *
Engage in strategic AI technical leadership, guiding enterprise architecture and systems integration for mission-critical operations, while mentoring teams and ensuring effective AI implementation acr...
Today
$95K - $125K *
Unlock innovative AI solutions by building and automating workflows, integrating systems, and enhancing team efficiency. Collaborate closely with leadership to shape the future of technology and drive...
1 month ago
$140K - $160K *
Join us to lead the governance and execution of AI initiatives, translating multi-year strategies into actionable plans. Oversee program management, financial governance, and stakeholder engagement to...
3 weeks ago
AI Infra Engineer Graduate (Recommendation & LLM) - 2027 Start
$128K - $316K *
Engineer cutting-edge infrastructure for large-scale AI models, optimizing distributed systems for recommendations and LLMs. Collaborate with experts to boost performance for millions, driving innovat...
Reposted 3 days ago
Business Analyst - AI Response Evaluation Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and evaluate AI-generated chatbot responses to enhance accuracy and relevance. Collaborate with stakeholders to document requirements and deliver structured assessments that drive improvements...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Business Analyst - AI Response Evaluation Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Transform the evaluation of AI systems by analyzing chatbot responses, documenting requirements, and delivering structured assessments to enhance accuracy and effectiveness in business processes...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by developing AI platforms and tools that enhance productivity and streamline workflows. Collaborate with senior engineers to build secure, cloud-native applications and integrations...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing AI platforms. Collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance developer productivity and streamline AI integration, while gaining h...
2 days ago
Associate Manager, AI & Agentic Engineering - AIOps/LLMOps Engineer
$96K - $167K *
Transform enterprise AI operations by building automation and observability foundations for generative AI solutions, ensuring reliable production services on Microsoft Azure and Foundry while collabor...
2 days ago
Associate Manager, AI & Agentic Engineering - AIOps/LLMOps Engineer
$96K - $156K *
Empower enterprise AI by building automation and observability foundations. Drive generative AI solutions from prototypes to reliable services using Azure technologies, ensuring quality, performance...
2 days ago
Associate Manager, AI & Agentic Engineering - AIOps/LLMOps Engineer
$96K - $156K *
Transform enterprise AI operations by building automation and observability frameworks. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable deployment of generative AI solutions on Microsoft Azure, enhancing...
2 days ago
Associate Manager, AI & Agentic Engineering - AIOps/LLMOps Engineer
$96K - $156K *
Optimize enterprise AI operations by building automation and observability frameworks. Collaborate across teams to transition AI solutions into reliable production services, ensuring quality, performa...
2 days ago
Associate Manager, AI & Agentic Engineering - AIOps/LLMOps Engineer
$96K - $156K *
Engage in transforming enterprise AI by building automation and observability foundations for generative AI solutions, ensuring reliable production services on Microsoft Azure and Foundry while collab...
2 days ago
Associate Manager, AI & Agentic Engineering - AIOps/LLMOps Engineer
$96K - $156K *
Transform enterprise AI operations by building automation and observability foundations for generative AI solutions, ensuring reliable production services on Microsoft Azure and Foundry while collabor...
2 days ago
Senior AI Engineer (CCC Casualty / Claims Intelligence)
$180K - $225K *
Transform the future of auto claims by designing AI agents that enhance decision-making and streamline processes. Join a dynamic team to build innovative solutions that improve efficiency and accuracy...
1 week ago
Senior AI Engineer (CCC Casualty / Claims Intelligence)
$180K - $225K *
Join a team that's building innovative AI-native products for auto claims. As a Senior AI Engineer, you'll develop and optimize LLM-powered agents, enhancing decision-making and efficiency in the inju...
1 week ago
AI Research Engineer (New York)
$130K - $160K *
Drive innovation by building advanced LLM systems that enhance enterprise learning. Collaborate on agentic workflows, continuous learning, and knowledge management to transform customer insights into...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Drive AI deployments by engaging customers, defining solutions, and leading delivery. Collaborate with GMs and engineers to create measurable value, turning successful projects into scalable products...
1 week ago
$112K - $145K *
Tackle system-level performance engineering using AI to optimize next-gen PC platforms. Collaborate with engineers to enhance performance, power efficiency, and thermal optimization while developing a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Associate Engineer- AI and Agentics
$115K - $145K *
Unlock your potential as you build AI-enabled applications and prototypes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance workflows and automate processes while adhering to best practices in software deve...
2 weeks ago
What does an AI engineer do?
An AI engineer designs, builds, integrates, and maintains software that uses artificial intelligence. Responsibilities may include preparing data, developing or adapting models, deploying AI features, and monitoring their quality and performance.
What qualifications are common for AI Engineer jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for strong programming skills, often in Python, and experience with machine learning, data systems, cloud platforms, and production software. Some roles also require expertise in areas such as generative AI, natural language processing, or computer vision.
What is the difference between an AI engineer and a machine learning engineer?
The titles overlap. AI engineers may work across a broader range of AI applications and integrations, while machine learning engineers often focus more specifically on building, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models and pipelines. The exact scope depends on the employer.
How much do AI Engineer jobs on Ladders pay?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual AI Engineer roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities; check each listing for its salary information.
Where can AI engineers find jobs?
AI engineers work in many industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Browse Ladders listings to explore vetted opportunities and review each role's focus, qualifications, location, and compensation.